Life after Bushwise – From Welgevonden Game Reserve to Wits University

Bushwise Alumni

Jul 11, 20234 min read

Life after Bushwise – From Welgevonden Game Reserve to Wits University

Meet Ashleigh Donaldson, a graduate of the Bushwise Professional Field Guide 2015 course. After graduation, Ashleigh did her placement at...

Staying long-term in South Africa as an international student

Bushwise

Jun 6, 20234 min read

Staying long-term in South Africa as an international student

South Africa is a beautiful country with incredible biodiversity, awe-inspiring landscapes, rich cultures and fascinating history. It is...

The great giraffe debate: how many species are there really?

Bushwise Student

Apr 18, 20234 min read

The great giraffe debate: how many species are there really?

This blog about giraffes was written by Bushwise Professional Field Guide student Emily Cowling. As part of their training, each student...

From Peru to South Africa: My conservation journey

Bushwise Student

Mar 2, 20233 min read

From Peru to South Africa: My conservation journey

This blog was written by Lucas Vasquez, a Bushwise student who came to South Africa from his home country of Peru. Lucas shares his...

Bushwise Student

Feb 24, 20233 min read

“Thuma Mina” – Send Me

This blog was written by Braedon Saunders, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. Each week, Bushwise students take turns as camp...

Bushwise

Feb 21, 20234 min read

Going on an African safari

Embarking on a safari adventure is a bucket list experience for many, and for good reason. The opportunity to see some of the world’s...

Bushwise Student

Jan 19, 20233 min read

The boy, a lion and a snake

This blog was written by Nicol Maree, a Bushwise student at our Mahlahla campus. Camp Manager blogs are written by students who each...

Snapshot of Chobe National Park and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Bushwise

Dec 22, 20223 min read

Snapshot of Chobe National Park and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve

From Chobe National Park with the highest concentration of wild elephants in the world, to the Central Kalahari and its seemingly endless...

Addo, Kruger and Tswalu: top South African safari destinations

Bushwise

Dec 21, 20223 min read

Addo, Kruger and Tswalu: top South African safari destinations

4 min read When planning a safari to South Africa, there are a few iconic destinations that spring to mind. If you want to see a...

10 ways to make your next safari unforgettable

Bushwise

Nov 29, 20224 min read

10 ways to make your next safari unforgettable

Whether an African safari is high on your bucket list, or you’ve been on dozens of game drives, you want to make the most of your...

Bushwise

Nov 11, 20223 min read

Work on a safari in Africa

Going on safari is one of the most incredible, eye-opening experiences a person can have in life. Seeing wild animals in their natural...

Kruger National Park: history and wildlife

Bushwise Student

Nov 1, 20223 min read

Kruger National Park: history and wildlife

This blog was written by Siphiwe Khoza, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. Siphiwe is one of the scholarship students studying...

Bushwise Trainer

Oct 13, 20223 min read

Unusual questions people ask on safari

This blog was written by Wayne Lubbe, Bushwise trainer at our Mahlahla campus, who has had his fair share of surprising questions from...

Bushwise Student

Oct 6, 20223 min read

FGASA exams and wildlife sightings

In this blog, Bushwise student Kyla shares her leadership lessons and wildlife sightings as back-to-back camp manager. 3 min read We’re...

Through the viewfinder: wildlife photography

Marketing Team

Sep 27, 20223 min read

Through the viewfinder: wildlife photography

This blog was written by Skye Ludbrook, Bushwise student at our Mahlahla campus. Skye has a keen interest in photography and is currently...

Anthropomorphism and the safari experience

Bushwise Trainer

Sep 23, 20223 min read

Anthropomorphism and the safari experience

In this blog, Bushwise award-winning trainer Nico Brits discusses anthropomorphism (the act of attributing human qualities to animals) on...

Are white lions a unique species? And more interesting facts about lions

Bushwise Student

Sep 8, 20224 min read

Are white lions a unique species? And more interesting facts about lions

Let’s dive deep into facts about lions, from pride dynamics to hunting practices. This blog was written by Chulu Msofe, a Bushwise...

South Africa’s predator guild… and the Springboks

Bushwise

Sep 5, 20223 min read

South Africa’s predator guild… and the Springboks

As the week built up to a Springboks rugby match, Bushwise students were lucky enough to observe two species from South Africa’s predator...

Bushwise Student

Aug 18, 20224 min read

A bush camp in the African wilderness

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run a bush camp? In this blog, Bushwise student Chulu Msofe shares his experience as camp...

Bushwise Student

Aug 4, 20223 min read

Bushwise 101: game drives

This blog was written by Bushwise student Trevor Hinze, whose week as camp manager coincided with the first week of game drives. Read...

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